Frequently Asked Questions

We treat a variety of concerns and life situations which have caused you distress. Examples of difficult and traumatic life experiences include but are not limited to: natural disasters (storm, tornado, earthquake), parenting situations (childbirth difficulties, miscarriage, death/illness of a child), near death experience, vehicle collision, sexual assault, physical attacks by someone or an animal (stabbing, dog bites, bear encounter), death of a loved one (sudden and unexpected, terminal or hospice), adjustment to a medical concern (diagnosis, chronic pain, complication), physical injury (falling from a ladder, sport injury, farming accident), performance anxiety, vicarious trauma (witnessing traumatic events personally or professionally), firearm encounters (firearm misfire, school shooting, other gun violence), military-related concerns, etc. Common diagnostic considerations may include: post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), trauma & stress-related issues, phobias, anxiety disorders, depression and mood disorders, grief & loss, disordered eating & body image issues.

We offer counseling services to adults (18 years and older). We currently do not provide services to children. To search for an EMDR therapy provider for children, we recommend utilizing EMDRIA's Find a Therapist (https://www.emdria.org/find-an-emdr-therapist/)resource. Services at The Counseling Space are a particularly good fit for emergency responders, medical professionals, active military members & veterans, and trauma-survivors due to counselors' areas of speciality and therapy offered.

The Counseling Space primarily utilizes EMDR therapy to address your concerns. Utilizing different protocols, your counselor can support you in building resources to better respond to challenges, reprocess events, and decrease distress associated with triggers.

Session frequency is individualized to your needs & determined in collaboration with your counselor at the first appointment. Typically, EMDR sessions are scheduled weekly at the beginning of treatment. As symptoms improve, sessions may be scheduled less frequently.

The Counseling Space is a private pay practice and does not bill insurance. Many clients choose a private pay practice because it allows access to specialized EMDR counselors, greater confidentiality, and individualized treatment not restricted by insurance requirements.

During your first session, you and your counselor will discuss your concerns/symptoms, goals, and explore what may be keeping you "stuck" from living the life you want. You and your counselor may start identifying past experiences which are contributing to your concern for future reprocessing. If you have any questions about EMDR therapy, your counselor will answer questions so you feel more comfortable starting the process.

The Counseling Space does not currently offer telehealth, though will be considering adding this option in the future based on client needs and counselor availability. If you are interested in telehealth services, you're invited to complete the contact form (/contact)to notify The Counseling Space of your interest.

No, The Counseling Space does not prescribe medication. If you are interested in exploring medication to treat mental health concerns, contact your primary care provider or a psychiatrist.

No, The Counseling Space does not write letters for ESAs as there are currently no legal or ethical standards for assessment and letter writing.

If this is a mental health emergency, please utilize 24/7 resources: 988 National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline La Crosse County Crisis Line 608-784-4357 Great Rivers 211 Text "HOPELINE" to 741741 If you or someone you know are in immediate danger or experiencing a life-threatening emergency, please call 911 or go to your closest emergency room.